Temple of Bona Dea

The Temple of Bona Dea was an ancient sanctuary in Aventine Hill of Ancient Rome, erected the 3rd century BC and dedicated to the goddess Bona Dea.

However, the cult was introduced in Rome after 272 BC, and the sanctuary was founded in that century.

It is mentioned to have been repaired by the empress Livia, spouse of Emperor Augustus.

Domesticated snakes were housed in the temple, and medicinal herbs were sold.

It was the center of the cult of the festival of Bona Dea, which was celebrated on 1 May.